Tyson Foods' Succession Plans After Shock Executive Departure

Tyson Foods has succession plans in place after the surprise departure of an executive. The company is the world's leading producer of beef, poultry, and pork meats, with net sales broken down into beef products (37.2%), chicken products (29.9%), refrigerated and frozen products (17.9%), and pork products (10.7%). The remaining net sales (4.3%) are from international activities. Products are marketed to various industries including food retailers, restaurants, and healthcare institutions.